1960 Abarth 700 vs. 1995 Nissan Pulsar
To start off, 1995 Nissan Pulsar is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Nissan Pulsar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Pulsar should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Nissan Pulsar weights approximately 530 kg more than 1960 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 700 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Nissan Pulsar, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Nissan Pulsar (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 700. (70 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1995 Nissan Pulsar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 700 | 1995 Nissan Pulsar | |
| Make | Abarth | Nissan |
| Model | 700 | Pulsar |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2440 mm |
